Since starting a food blog, I’ve learned that every ingredient, every recipe category, and even every lima bean (April 20th) has its own “holiday.” Honestly, unless it’s a day when I’m a) freakishly organized, b) feeling kitschy, and c) totally obsessed with whatever food is “on holiday,” I tend to miss most of these events. Grilled cheese is an exception for a few reasons: One. We eat it all the time, holiday or not....

… you celebrate by making refreshing and delicious Raspberry Sorbet Bellini! Even though we had a pretty mild winter here in New York – with the exception of one really bad snowstorm and some cold days here and there – I’m always excited when the flowers start to bloom and I start noticing things like the smell of fresh air and the warmth from the sun. It is that time of the year, where my Brazilian self comes out of hibernation, and decides to join the world in all the fun outdoorsy activities, like picnics, walks in the park/beach, outdoor movie screenings and, of course, Sunday brunches!...

Roasted red potatoes anyone? I used to roast them on a baking sheet but my recent cast iron pan addiction led me to substituting a baking sheet for a cast iron workhorse. Let me tell you, that made a big difference. I got better crispiness, better caramelization and better flavor overall. But wait, it gets better. You can heat the pan on the stove before putting it in the oven, cutting down on roasting time by about a quarter....

Pick up a couple salmon fillets on your way home from work today, don your favorite frilly apron (yes men, you too), and prepare to wow yourself with your own culinary savoir faire. This hearty salmon feels ultra chic in that special, instantaneous way that adding a French word or phrase onto just about anything automatically does. Say “ooooh la la” out loud right now…See what I mean? In reality all meuniere (pronounced “muhn-yair”) refers to is the preparation of the fish, which is little more than a flour dredge, a quick sauté in butter, and a hit of lemon and parsley....

FavoritePinShare Ahi Tuna is a restaurant favorite that’s easier to make at home than you think! It’s quick and healthy – great for something a little different on a weeknight. If you love seafood, try this Shrimp Cocktail, Brown Butter Lemon Salmon, Baked Sesame Teriyaki Salmon, or these Easiest Crab Cakes. Ahi Tuna Recipe Hi everyone! Natasha here from Salt & Lavender. I hope your 2020 is getting off to a great start....

I first saw pulled chicken sandwiches in a spiral bound cookbook that we received at school. Its pages were printed on a home computer. The “book” is long since lost, but I can remember a few things about it: It has fun cartoon drawings, including a very friendly chicken in a chef’s hat that was on this chicken sandwiches’ page.The recipes were old fashioned—the kind of thing you’d find in a cookbook written in Ohio in the 1950s....

FavoritePinShare This pavlova has a light and crispy outside with a deliciously soft and chewy inside. Topped with a sweet cream topping and fresh fruit, it’s a dessert that will stand out at any gathering! I love desserts that use fresh fruit! They are fun to make all year long, and I love that they add in a delicious flavor no matter what you top them on. Try out this gorgeous Strawberry Tart, this yummy Lemon Berry Trifle or this Mouth-Watering Fruit Pizza....

FavoritePinShare This chocolate chip banana bread takes a family favorite and brings it to the next level! It’s moist and packed with flavor. I bet that you won’t be able to stop at just one slice! Everyone loves banana bread! And it’s even better when you can spice it up with some additional flavors! If you want to try some other banana bread recipes, then start with this classic banana bread, this strawberry banana bread, or this blueberry banana bread!...

FavoritePinShare It helps to keep me on track and gives me enough energy throughout the day. It is also perfect after a workout and gives my muscles and body the proper recovery and protein that it needs. My body needs 35% of protein in my nutrition and I found it was nearly impossible to reach my goal without a nutritional supplement. All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate....

You can make BBQ chicken thighs by slow cooking it in a store-bought BBQ sauce or a homemade BBQ sauce. I like many commercially made BBQ sauces but inevitably come back to this tried-and-true, easy to make and delicious sauce made with a few simple ingredients. This recipe should satisfy most palates but you are welcome to tweak it to suit your taste. To give BBQ chicken the most flavor I always pick skin-on chicken thighs and pan-sear them until the skin is golden brown....

FavoritePinShare Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon has crazy tender melt in your mouth beef and hearty veggies slow cooked to perfection in a rich sauce. This meal is comforting and perfect for the cold months ahead! This rich and hearty meal is warm and satisfying this winter season. If you love a good stew try this Tuscan Vegetables Chicken Stew, Skillet Pork Cacciatore or Beef Stew with Bacon. Beef Bourguignon This is THE BEST BEEF STEW I HAVE EVER HAD!...

FavoritePinShare Slow Cooker Sweet Carolina Pulled Pork Sliders are crazy tender, juicy and messy, the way a slider should be! The pork slow cooks all day in an amazing spice rub and sweet vinegar and will be a huge hit! Are you guys as excited as I am for football season? I look forward to football season every year. But let’s be honest. I have no idea what is going on in a football game....

If you are the person in your household who tries to get to the sheet pan of roasted Brussels sprouts first to snag the darkest, crispiest ones before anyone else can get to them, then smashed Brussels sprouts are the side dish for you. (You’ll also adore these crispy Brussels Sprouts Chips.) The “smashed” technique we’re deploying here is not new. I borrowed it from smashed potatoes, which are a steakhouse favorite and outrageously delicious, even if like me, you aren’t usually a white potato fan....

I’ve listed a number of tips and tricks below for making the perfect chocolate chip cookie. But one of the secrets is including an extra egg yolk – which guarantees that oh so gooey chewy chocolate chip texture. Also – using more brown sugar than white makes your cookies extra soft and chewy. Save this recipe and you’re likely to be the most popular person at your next holiday or family get-together....

FavoritePinShare Sparkling pomegranate lemonade is the perfect sweet and tangy holiday beverage! Hey everyone! Chelsea back from Chelsea’s Messy Apron 🙂 I hope your holidays are going well so far! And today I have something to make them even better: Sparkling Pomegranate Lemonade! It’s sweet, tangy, and totally delicious, not to mention it’s gorgeously festive! While lemonade may seem like a summery recipe, this pomegranate lemonade truly makes the best holiday drink!...

When you don’t have the time to cook a whole roasted turkey, let me show you how to spatchcock a turkey instead. This method tastes very similar to a regular roast turkey, but cooks MUCH faster, in as little as an hour, though I do recommend brining it ahead of time. This spatchcock turkey recipe will walk you through all the steps to spatchcock a turkey, how to season it, and how to cook it to be perfectly juicy and golden....

FavoritePinShare Taco Stuffed Peppers. This quick and easy dinner recipe is sure to please the whole family! Peppers filled with the best taco meat, topped with cheese, and all the best taco toppings! Hey everyone! Serene from House of Yumm back with you today. And I’m sharing these Taco Stuffed Peppers! These are the perfect low carb, easy to make family dinner recipe. I love classic ground beef tacos, but sometimes it’s fun to change things up a bit....

It’s time to learn how to make ratatouille! This baked ratatouille dish may look spectacular, but it’s surprisingly easy to put together, and packed with healthy and fresh vegetables. Serve it as side to chicken or fish, or make it the star of a vegetarian meal. No matter how you serve it, I think you’ll agree that it’s the best ratatouille recipe out there! What Is Ratatouille? Ratatouille is a French dish that traditionally has eggplant, tomatoes, and other veggies....

Fruit holds a place of honor as a healthy food choice in many diets. When it comes to keto fruit, though, you’ll need to approach the produce section with caution. How do you enjoy fruit on keto, and which low carb fruit can you choose from? We’ll talk all about keto friendly fruit in this guide! Learn about the best fruit for keto, low carb fruit recipes, a comprehensive keto fruit list, and which fruits to avoid....

If ever there was an ideal low carb breakfast, the perfect veggie omelette would be it! Not only is this keto omelette incredibly healthy (hello veggies, healthy fats, and protein!) but it’s endlessly customizable depending on what veggies are in season, what you like, or what’s in your fridge! I’ll show you how to make an omelette, complete with tips and tricks fort he best result every time. It’s the guide for the perfect omelette recipe!...